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Job Description
Senior Application Engineer Location:
Novi, MI (Hybrid/On-site)
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Salaried Position Overview A global engineering and technology organization is seeking a self-motivated Senior Application Engineer to join its Global Application Engineering team. This group serves as a critical technical bridge between global offices, customers, and internal product development teams by providing advanced product support, technical expertise, and application guidance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working directly with customers, and influencing product direction through real-world application insight. Key Responsibilities
Serve as a primary technical interface between regional offices, customers, and internal development teams
Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of company products and related industry standards
Provide high-quality, timely second-level technical support to internal teams and customers
Investigate, document, and track customer-reported issues, bugs, and feature requests
Maintain accurate customer interaction records within internal databases
Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation such as application notes and usage guides
Stay current on third-party tools and competitive products within the market
Support product development teams with feedback, use cases, and technical guidance
Participate in product testing and validation prior to market release
Create product demos and application examples to support pre-sales activities
Represent the organization at industry trade shows and conferences
Travel to customer locations within Southeast Michigan, with occasional domestic or international travel as needed
Translate customer needs into technical solutions that add value to products and services Required Qualifications Essential Technical Experience
Hands-on experience with ECU calibration tools
Strong understanding of electronic control system development processes
Knowledge of software and hardware system architectures
Working knowledge of vehicle instrumentation
Experience with software scripting or programming
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience
Familiarity with automotive communication and diagnostic protocols
Experience working across diverse applications and emerging technologies
Working knowledge of MATLAB® and Simulink® or related modeling tools Bonus Qualifications
Previous experience with similar automotive calibration or application engineering products Essential Soft Skills
Proactive, positive attitude with a strong work ethic
Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills
Excellent listening and customer interaction abilities
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Awareness of sales opportunities and customer impact
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently while following established processes #IND1 #ZR